A Latvian court has increased the prison sentences for the father and stepmother convicted of murdering seven-year-old Justīne Reinikova. The father received a 23-year sentence, while the stepmother was sentenced to 20 years imprisonment. The decision was made by the Criminal Division of the Senate and the Latgale Regional Court, and confirmed by the Supreme Court. The original sentences were deemed insufficient, prompting the appeal and subsequent increase. The case garnered significant public attention in Latvia due to the brutality of the crime and the young age of the victim. This ruling aims to deliver justice for Justīne and deter similar tragedies in the future. The sentences reflect the severity of the crime and the court’s commitment to protecting vulnerable children.